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Air fryer chicken tenders for one served with dipping sauces.
Anas Jafir

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders for One

Air fryer chicken tenders for one make a crisp small batch with one chicken breast, simple crumbs, and safe 165°F doneness.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 to 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast or chicken tenderloins
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon beaten egg, milk, or plain yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs or fine dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Oil spray
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
  • Optional: ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch-style dip for serving

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • two small bowls or plates
  • tongs
  • instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (199°C) for 3 minutes.
  2. Cut the chicken into three or four even strips and pat dry.
  3. Put flour in one small bowl.
  4. Mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and Parmesan if using in a second bowl.
  5. Brush or dip chicken lightly with beaten egg, milk, or yogurt.
  6. Coat each strip with flour, then press into the seasoned crumbs.
  7. Spray the basket lightly with oil and arrange tenders in one layer.
  8. Spray the tops lightly with oil.
  9. Air fry at 390°F (199°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes.
  10. Check that the thickest strip reaches 165°F (74°C).
  11. Rest for 2 minutes and serve.

Notes

Cooking time is estimated and depends on strip thickness.
Chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition is an estimate before dipping sauce or sides.
Times and nutrition are estimates. Follow your appliance instructions and check doneness.
Never preheat with a loose parchment liner. Keep any liner secured beneath food and away from the heating element.